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Pelican 1780TNF Transport Case without Foam (Black)

BH #PE1780B • MFR #1780-001-110
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Pelican 1780TNF Transport Case without Foam (Black)
Key Features
  • Watertight, Dustproof Case
  • Made of Ultra High Impact Copolymer
  • Six ABS Double Throw Latches
  • Automatic Purge Valve
The Pelican 1780TNF Transport Case (Black) is an unbreakable, watertight, airtight, dustproof, chemical resistant and corrosion proof hard case used to carry any kind of equipment that needs to be protected from the elements. It is made of ultra-high-impact structural copolymer, which makes it extremely strong and durable. It has a watertight 0.25" (6.4mm) neoprene o-ring that seals perfectly, and includes an automatic purge valve for quick equalization after changes in atmospheric pressure. It uses easy-open, double-throw latches to open and close the case, and a folding carry handle plus four strong polyurethane wheels with stainless steel bearings, to transport the case. The case has been tested to meet Def Stan 81-41/STANAG 4280 specifications.
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Pelican 1780 Overview

The Pelican 1780TNF Transport Case (Black) is an unbreakable, watertight, airtight, dustproof, chemical resistant and corrosion proof hard case used to carry any kind of equipment that needs to be protected from the elements. It is made of ultra-high-impact structural copolymer, which makes it extremely strong and durable. It has a watertight 0.25" (6.4mm) neoprene o-ring that seals perfectly, and includes an automatic purge valve for quick equalization after changes in atmospheric pressure. It uses easy-open, double-throw latches to open and close the case, and a folding carry handle plus four strong polyurethane wheels with stainless steel bearings, to transport the case. The case has been tested to meet Def Stan 81-41/STANAG 4280 specifications.

Note:
There is no foam insert included with this case.
Unbreakable, watertight, airtight, dustproof, chemical resistant and corrosion proof case made to carry heavy equipment.
The case is made of ultra-high-impact structural copolymer, with open-cell core wall design, which makes it extremely strong and durable.
Built-in, Automatic Pressure Equalization Valve protects the case from changes in altitude or temperature.
50/50 lid-to-base ratio, for easy loading
Completely detachable lid for full access to the equipment inside the case
Watertight 0.25" (6.4mm) neoprene o-ring seal.
Easy-open, double-throw latches with stainless steel padlock protectors
Carrying options
  • Double-Grip fold-down handles
  • Four strong polyurethane wheels with stainless steel bearings
Meets Def Stan 81-41/STANAG 4280 specifications
UPC: 019428066574

Pelican 1780 Specs

Key Specs
Color
Black
Carry/Transport Options
Handle, Wheels (Built-In)
Type of Closure
Latch
Interior Type
Empty
Water Resistance
Waterproof
Dimensions
Exterior
44.9 x 25.3 x 16.5" / 114.1 x 64.3 x 41.9 cm
Interior
42 x 22 x 15.1" / 106.7 x 55.9 x 38.4 cm
Weight
38.4 lb / 17.4 kg
Camera Compatibility
Universal
Carry/Transport Options
Handle, Wheels (Built-In)
Type of Closure
Latch
Interior Type
Empty
Features
ATA Compliant
No
Pressure/Purge Valve
Yes
Security Lock
Accepts Padlock (Not Included)
General
Water Resistance
Waterproof
Maximum Buoyancy
500 lb / 226.7 kg
Padded Interior
No
Materials
Exterior: Polypropylene
Dimensions
Exterior
44.9 x 25.3 x 16.5" / 114.1 x 64.3 x 41.9 cm
Interior
42 x 22 x 15.1" / 106.7 x 55.9 x 38.4 cm
Weight
38.4 lb / 17.4 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
47 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
46 x 26 x 18"

Pelican 1780 Reviews

Solid, capable case

By Jonathan
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2024-01-16

Overall solid build. There are aspects that are a pain or that could be improved, but overall it would be difficult to expect much more from a case that isn’t full custom. The case breaks out into two detachable halves, which is great, but I wish the case was optionally able to stay latched on one side and open like a suitcase when the need requires. The pick-and-pluck foam is well engineered in general, and while it isn’t perfect it would be difficult to expect more from it. Strongly suggest future consumers to consider getting shoe glue for tweaks and repairs, as well as plasti dip spray for increased robustness (there are many YouTube. videos on this). 4x large layers of 3” foam can take a significant amount of time to plan cuts and make them (you have to think in three dimensions); suggest consumers use toothpicks to mark cuts as suggested, and consider using a butter knife or a slightly sharp chisel to help pull away pieces from each other and make cuts. I think it would be very helpful if Pelican included a purpose-built tool to help with the pick-and-pluck foam. A couple of gripes about the foam - the pre-cut grid was not symmetrical on the foam I received. The first column was cut about 1.5x the width of the rest of them, meaning when layering two foam layers you have to make sure they’re the right orientation for holes to match. I could imagine this could cause people to have to redo their foam cuts and buy a new foam set entirely ($300) if they didn’t catch this as I did. Second, the foam seems to be about .5”-1” smaller than the case interior, which esp. when coupled with the slight taper of the interior results in the foam bunching up along longer, thinner stretches; see photos. I resolved by gluing to the bottom layer and spraying w/ plasti dip. Suggestion to manufacturer - would encourage adding an option to keep contents from falling out when splitting case open. I used tiny screw eyes with paracord, but surely a better solution is out there.

Perfect

By Adam
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-03-19

Solid case, but heavy. Everything came in working order and shipped fast. Good Price too. I use it to hold my 10' x 20' canopy.

See any errors on this page?

re: the interior dimension (42 x 22 x 15.1) ... ...

re: the interior dimension (42 x 22 x 15.1) ... 22" is case interior width? or depth?
Asked by: Dan
The 22" dimension would be the wide from front to back of a open case if the length of the 42" was going side to side. 15" is the depth counting both halves of the case.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2019-09-27

question

How many layers of foam are in this case?
Asked by: Anonymous
I take that backI it's 6 pieces4 pick n pluck
Answered by: Jason S.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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